Have you ever wondered what people say about Wiltshire's best hotels?
With guest reviews of 9.3 stars or more, people have flocked to these top hotels for their hospitality, spoiling rooms and excellent facilities.
In the midst of a third lockdown with non-essential travel completely banned, it can be hard to think of a time we will be able to treat ourselves to a holiday or night away.
However if we go back to something similar to the tiers system then we could be booking that well-deserved night away a little closer to home - so why not start looking now?
These are the best reviewed hotels in Wiltshire according to Booking.com:
Elderbrook House
9.8 stars
The gorgeous Elderbrook House in Avebury is the top reviewed hotel in Wiltshire - it features a restaurant, bar and garden.
Rooms are individually designed and they are equipped with an ensuite, complimentary toiletries, comfy bed and a flat-screen TV.
Guests at Elderbrook House can enjoy a continental, full English or buffet breakfast.
Prices start at £188 for two people for a two night stay, with breakfast included.
As the best rated hotel in the whole of the county on Booking.com previous guests have absolutely raved about their stay at Elderbrook House giving it a nearly perfect score.
Booking.com has a rigorous category system for customers leaving reviews asking them to leave a rating out of 10.
Elderbrook House was awarded 10 stars for comfort, value for money and staff.
For all other categories including cleanliness, location and facilities they were awarded nine stars or higher.
Greyhound Inn
9.5 stars
This 17th Century coaching inn has been lovingly looked after and each room has been impeccably designed.
Located in the lovely village of Wilton just outside of Salisbury this hotel is great for families and couples alike, looking to explore our county a bit more.
The deluxe double room costs £190 for a two night stay including breakfast.
Previous guests have left the hotel incredible reviews and rated it as superb with 9.4 stars.
The hotel scored 9.4 stars or more across the board on all of Booking.com's criteria with more than 500 reviews.
One happy customer called the hotel a "home away from home".
He said: "The rooms are comfy and tastefully decorated, contemporary but hitting the right balance for a building of this age."
If you want to see more pictures visit Booking.com.
Helen Browning's Royal Oak
9.5 stars
The Royal Oak is among the most raved about places to stay in the county offering top quality service and terrific food.
Situated in Swindon, a few miles from Coate Water Country Park, Helen Browning's Royal Oak is a pet-friendly, dining pub with rooms and boasts a children's playground and terrace.
Prices start at £190 for a two night stay with breakfast in a standard double room.
The hotel received nine stars of more for its staff, location, comfort, cleanliness, facilities and cleanliness.
One previous guest said: "We had a tremendous time here!
"I would highly recommend this [hotel] and will 100 per-cent be coming back."
For more information visit Booking.com.
Whatley Manor
9.4 stars
Nestled within 12 acres of picturesque Wiltshire countryside, this hotel is a stylish venue where you can really relax and unwind.
The hotel has stunning manicured gardens with sculptures and fountains.
There is also a wonderful restaurant where guests can enjoy a 12-course tasting menu - there is also an informal brasserie.
Aquarias, the spa at Whatley Manor, was voted in the top 10 of UK spa retreats by Condé Nast Traveller Readers, and offers Natura Bissé signature treatments for the ultimate in well-being.
A two night stay in a classic double room costs £708 including breakfast.
One happy customer said: "It felt more like a very luxurious home away from home than a hotel which was lovely.
"The dining at Whatley was exceptional and, once again, the restaurant staff pushed the overall experience even further."
The Royal Oak
9.4 stars
A two night stay at The Royal Oak in Swallowcliffe costs £200 for a two night stay including breakfast.
This award-winning country pub hotel boasts a restaurant with a bar, garden and idyllic village location.
With a wonderful blend of traditional 18th century architecture and stylish, modern interior design, The Royal Oak is the ideal rural hideaway.
People who have stayed here have raved about the location, comfort and staff - rating every category with nine stars of more.
Guests often leave reviews describing the hotel as a "hidden gem" due to its immediate comfort and tranquil setting.
One reviewer said: "What an amazing place!
"There are immaculate and stylish rooms, friendly staff and a great restaurant for both comfort and food.
"I travel a lot with work and this is one of the nicest places you could choose to stay."
For more information visit Booking.com.
All prices correct at the time of publishing for a two night stay from Monday, July 5 to July 7 2021.
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